In the latest Valorant news, the update to the Icebox map has become one of the key changes implemented in the 2024 season. Riot Games, organizers of the Kickoff Americas tournament, consulted with professional players to gauge their opinions on these changes.

During video interviews, professional players shared their perspectives on the changes to their favorite map. Matthew "Cryocells" Panganiban from 100 Thieves emphasized that the changes significantly complicated the defense of Point B, making the gameplay more dynamic and interesting for attackers. Brazilian player Leandro "frz" Gomes from MIBR echoed this sentiment, expressing belief in the positive impact of the changes on the game's meta-structure.

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LOUD Captain Matias "Saadhak" Delipetro noted significant changes in the central part of the map, particularly the addition of a window in the tube. He expressed confidence that these changes will have a significant impact on gameplay, especially on attackers' tactics. Many players agreed with his opinion, emphasizing that attacks through the center now require more careful planning and coordination.

While the Icebox update occurred on January 9th with the release of patch 8.0, discussions surrounding it have not subsided, with many professional players and parts of the community continuing to express their opinions on the map changes.